Lomax, IL

Illinois

Lomax is a small town in Illinois with a population of 321. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
321 Population 270/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $25,388 per capita
$81,400 Home Value
$825 Median Rent 46.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,400 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,400
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

How Lomax Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population321
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density270/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$25,388
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$2,924M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,400
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units157
Rent Burden46.7%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking15.4%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation545 ft (166 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute33 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries2

Is Lomax a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lomax receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lomax offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lomax is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lomax is $81,400, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lomax experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lomax has a population of 321 with a density of 270 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%).

Population

321
Total Population
270
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lomax vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lomax vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lomax is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Lomax vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,388
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$78,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,405
County GDP$2,924M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare142
Retail168
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,670
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lomax is $81,400, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,400
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden46.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.9%
Housing Units157
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,670
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.74%
In Lomax, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lomax vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death9,424/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities142
Lomax has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density270/sq mi
Coordinates40.6792°N, 91.0754°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.1-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density270/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants101
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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